Takin' Care Of Business

by Bachman-Turner Overdrive

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They (F7)get up ev ’ry morn in’ from the (Eb7)’larm a clock’s warn in’, take the (Bb7)eight fif teen in to the (F7)cit y.

There’s a whis tle up a bove and peo ple (Eb7)push in’, peo ple shov in’ and the (Bb7)girls who try to look (F7)pret ty.

And if your train’s you on in’ time, you can (Eb7)get to work by nine, and (Bb7)start your slav in’ job to get your (F7)pay.

If you ev er get an noyed, look at (Eb7)me, I’m self em ployed, I (Bb7)love to work at noth in’ all day.

And I’ve been tak in’ care of bus ’ness, ev ’ry day.

Tak in’ care of bus ’ness, ev ’ry way.

We been tak in’ care of bus ’ness.

It’s all mine.

Tak in’ care of bus ’ness and (F7)work in’ o ver time, work out.

There’s work (F7)eas y as ’ry fish in’, you could (Eb7)be a mu si cian take if (Bb7)you can make sounds loud or (F7)mel low.

Get a sec ond hand gui tar: and chanc es (Eb7)are you’ll go far if you get in (Bb7)with the right bunch of (F7)fel lows.

And Peo ple see you hav in’ fun, just a (Eb7)ly in’ in the sun.

and (Bb7)Tell them that you like it this way.

(F7)pay.

It’s the work that we a void and we’re (Eb7)all I’m self em ployed.

We (Bb7)like to work at noth in’ all day.

And we been tak in’ care of bus ’ness, ev ’ry day.

Tak in’ care of bus ’ness, ev ’ry way.

We been tak in’ care of bus ’ness.

It’s all mine.

Tak in’ care of bus ’ness and (F7)work in’ o ver time, work out.

There’s work

They (F7)work in’ o ver time.

Tak in’ care of bus ’ness, ev ’ry day.

Tak in’ care of bus ’ness, ev ’ry way.

Tak in’ care of bus ’ness, it’s all mine.

Tak in’ care of bus ’ness and (F)work in’ o ver time.

Tak in’ care of bus ’ness, ev ’ry day.

Tak in’ care of bus ’ness, ev ’ry way.

Tak in’ care of bus ’ness, it’s all mine.

Tak in’ care of bus ’ness and (F)work in’ o ver time.

Tak (F)work in’ o ver time.

Takin' Care Of Business by Bachman-Turner Overdrive — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Takin' Care Of Business by Bachman-Turner Overdrive in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of Bb at 126 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Takin' Care Of Business" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Takin' Care Of Business"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
What other Bachman-Turner Overdrive songs work for kids?
Try "YOU AIN'T SEEN NOTHIN' YET", "TAKIN' CARE OF BUSINESS". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.